Senior Manager, Supply Chain - Waltham, MA, USA
14 hours ago

Job description
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and division/company policy requirements.
Responsible for managing inventory in the clinical setting. Responsible for key relationships with vendors and forecasting. Creates policies and procedures in for inventory control and forecasting. Manages cross-functional initiatives including the implementation of new programs, initiatives, products and technology.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Generating an SKU-level forecast for all pharmaceuticals
- Incorporating historical and market trends and seasonality
- Collaborating with internal stakeholders (Finance, Medical, Procurement)
- Collaborating with external stakeholders (key vendors/medical/pharmaceutical suppliers)
- Aligning forecast against inventory targets and contractual commitments
- Coordinating with replenishment planner to ensure target service levels
- Developing and managing the relationship with counterparts at key vendors/medical/pharmaceutical suppliers
- Balance inventory against forecasted volumes and refrigeration capacity at clinics
- Resolve ESA supply issues at clinics
- Effectively manage relationship with third party distributors to develop ongoing communication, build rapport, and to coordinate distribution to clinic network
- Assemble data, coordinate necessary meetings, and communicate effectively with accountable groups (e.g. Clinical Ops, Finance, Procurement) to ensure smooth replenishment process
- Design and generate PAR settings to be used for ongoing replenishment of goods
- Ensure, through active management of IntelliOrder, PAR settings are correctly incorporated into SAP system
Monitor and find opportunities to improve the following KPIs:
- Forecast accuracy
- Shipments versus volume commitments
- Days-of-supply versus defined targets
- On time in full to DCs
- On time in full to clinics
- Address and proactively mitigate clinic issues
Improving upon current documentation and SOPs for supply chain planning processes and systems including
- Medication scanning/perpetual inventory
- Automated replenishment of clinic back room supplies
Ensuring compliance with DSCSA requirements
- Addressing inquiries from regulatory agencies in relation to DSCSA
- Developing solutions to streamline compliance with regulations
- Other duties as assigned
Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
- The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- 10-15% travel is required.
SUPERVISION:
- Replenishment Planners/Supply chain analysts
EDUCATION:
- Bachelor's degree required
- APICS or related certifications preferred
- Lean Six Sigma training (Certification preferred)
- Healthcare experience a plus
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Minimum 6 years of experience working with Supplier Relationship Management and Quality Management System or Supply Chain Optimization in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
- Ability to work proficiently in a cross functional environment and matrix management organization leading and supporting multiple sites
- Demonstrated knowledge in supply planning, replenishment methods, inventory and supply chain management
- High proficiency in analytics, excel modeling, Microsoft Office applications and SAP experience required
- Strong interpersonal and collaborative decision making skills with an ability to influence internal and external partners
- Demonstrable autonomy and drive to operate independently when required, bringing clear thinking and reasoning in the decision making process.
- Self-starter with the ability to quickly learn about new processes with very little information provided
- Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
- An analytic approach to problem solving; must be capable of extracting & manipulating data from information warehouses
- Must be a critical thinker and active listener with good time management skills in order to work with Suppliers and Project Management teams to define deliverables
- Strong project management skills
- Advanced knowledge of quality related tools including, but not limited to, SPC, AQP, DOE and Quality Systems
- Willingness to travel - domestic and international, 10% or less.
The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies.
Annual Rate: $109, $183,000.00
Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance.
Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factorsSimilar jobs
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